2012 TOYOTA AURIS HYBRID warning light

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CAUTION
If a safety system warning light does not come on
Should a safety system light such as the ABS and SRS airbag warning light
not come on when you start the hybrid system, this could mean that these
systems are not available to help protect you in an accident, which could
result in death or serious injury. Have the vehicle inspected by any autho-
rized Toyota dealer or repairer, or another duly qualified and equipped pro-
fessional, immediately if this occurs.
Warning lights
Warning lights inform the driver of malfunctions in any of the
vehicle’s systems. (P. 430)
*1: These lights turn on when the “POWER” switch is turned to ON
mode to indicate that a system check is being performed. They will
turn off after the hybrid system is started, or after a few seconds.
There may be a malfunction in a system if a light does not come on,
or if the lights do not turn off. Have the vehicle inspected by any
authorized Toyota dealer or repairer, or another duly qualified and
equipped professional for details.
*2: The light flashes to indicate a malfunction.
(red)(If equipped)
(If equipped)(For driver)(For front
passenger)(yellow)
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2-4. Using other driving systems
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Toyota parking assist-sensor
: If equipped
Toyota parking assist-sensor uses sensors in the corners and rear of
the vehicle to detect the distance between the vehicle and any obsta-
cles, and informs the driver of this distance using the warning
beeps.
Sensor types
Rear corner sensors
Back sensors
Toyota parking assist-sensor switch
On/off
To turn the system on, press
the switch. The indicator light
comes on to inform the driver
that the system is operational.
To turn the system off, press
the switch again.

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CAUTION
The ABS does not operate effectively when
The limit of tire gripping have been exceeded.
The vehicle hydroplanes while driving at high speed on the wet or slick
road.
Stopping distance when the ABS is operating may exceed that of nor-
mal conditions
The ABS is not designed to shorten the vehicle's stopping distance. Always
maintain a safe distance from the vehicle in front of you in the following situ-
ations.
When driving on dirt, gravel or snow-covered roads
When driving with tire chains
When driving over bumps in the road
When driving over roads with potholes or roads with uneven pavement
TRC may not operate effectively when
Directional control and power may not be achievable while driving on slip-
pery road surfaces, even if the TRC is operating.
Do not drive the vehicle in conditions where stability and power may be lost.
When the VSC is activated
The slip indicator light flashes and a warning buzzer sounds. Always drive
carefully. Reckless driving may cause an accident. Exercise particular care
when the indicator light flashes and a buzzer sounds.

5When trouble arises
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5-1. Essential information
Emergency flashers .......... 422
If your vehicle needs to
be towed ......................... 423
If you think something is
wrong .............................. 4295-2. Steps to take in an
emergency
If a warning light turns
on or a warning buzzer
sounds... ........................ 430
If a warning message is
displayed ........................ 436
If you have a flat tire
(vehicles with a spare
tire) ................................. 447
If you have a flat tire
(vehicles with an
emergency tire puncture
repair kit)......................... 459
If the hybrid system will
not start........................... 471
If you lose your keys ......... 473
If the electronic key does
not operate properly ....... 474
If the 12-volt battery is
discharged ...................... 476
If your vehicle
overheats ........................ 481
If the vehicle becomes
stuck ............................... 486
If your vehicle has to
be stopped in an
emergency ...................... 488

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5-2. Steps to take in an emergency
If a war ning light tur ns on or a warning buzzer sounds...
Stop the vehicle immediately. Continuing to drive the vehicle
may be dangerous.
The following warning indicates a possible problem in the brake sys-
tem. Immediately stop the vehicle in a safe place and contact any
authorized Toyota dealer or repairer, or another duly qualified and
equipped professional.
*: Brake system warning buzzer:
When there is a possible problem that could affect braking performance, the
warning light will come on and a warning buzzer will sound.
Parking brake engaged warning buzzer:
The buzzer sounds to indicate that the parking brake is still engaged (with
the vehicle having reached a speed of 5 km/h [3 mph]).
Warning lightWarning light/Details
Brake system warning light and warning buzzer* (red
indicator)
• Low brake fluid
• Malfunction in the brake system
This light also comes on when the parking brake is not
released. If the light turns off after the parking brake is
fully released the system is operating normally.
Calmly perform the following actions if any of the warning lights turn
on or flash. If a light turns on or flashes, but then turns off, this does
not necessarily indicate a malfunction in the system.

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431 5-2. Steps to take in an emergency
When trouble arises
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Stop the vehicle immediately.
The following warnings indicate the possibility of damage to the vehi-
cle that may lead to an accident. Immediately stop the vehicle in a
safe place and contact any authorized Toyota dealer or repairer, or
another duly qualified and equipped professional.
Warning lightWarning light/Details
Charging system warning light
Indicates a malfunction in the vehicle’s charging system.
High engine coolant temperature warning light
Indicates that the engine is almost overheating. (P. 481)

432 5-2. Steps to take in an emergency
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Have the vehicle inspected immediately.
Failing to investigate the cause of the following warnings may lead to
the system operating abnormally and possibly cause an accident.
Have the vehicle inspected by any authorized Toyota dealer or
repairer, or another duly qualified and equipped professional, immedi-
ately.
Warning lightWarning light/Details
Malfunction indicator lamp
Indicates a malfunction in:
• The hybrid system;
• The electronic engine control system;
• The electronic throttle control system; or
• The hybrid transmission control system.
SRS warning light
Indicates a malfunction in:
• The SRS airbag system; or
• The seat belt pretensioner system.
ABS warning light
Indicates a malfunction in:
• The ABS; or
• The brake assist system.
Electric power steering system warning light (warning
buzzer)
Indicates a malfunction in the EPS system.
Slip indicator light
Indicates a malfunction in the VSC system, TRC system or
hill-start assist control system.
(Flashes)Cruise control indicator light (if equipped)
Indicates a malfunction in the cruise control system.
Automatic headlight leveling system warning light (if
equipped)
Indicates a malfunction in the automatic headlight leveling
system.

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433 5-2. Steps to take in an emergency
When trouble arises
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Follow the correction procedures.
After taking the specified steps to correct the suspected problem,
check that the warning light turns off.
Brake system warning light (yellow indicator)
Malfunction in the electronically controlled brake system.
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Low fuel level warning
light
Indicates that the amount
of fuel is as follows:
• Flashes
6.8 L (1.8 gal., 1.5 Imp. gal.)
or less
• Flashes more rapidly
4.5 L (1.2 gal., 1.0 Imp. gal.)
or lessRefuel the vehicle.
(On the instru-
ment cluster)Driver’s seat belt
reminder light
(warning buzzer)*
Warns the driver to fasten
his/her seat belt.Fasten the seat belt.
(On the center
panel)Front passenger’s seat
belt reminder light
(warning buzzer)*
Warns the front passen-
ger to fasten his or her
seat belt.Fasten the seat belt.
Warning lightWarning light/Details